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Skoda Fabia review: This cracker should be on your supermini shortlist

The latest Skoda Fabia is quite simply one of the best small hatchbacks on the market. An alternative to the ubiquitous Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa, it’s a fantastic all-round package. Of course, no car is perfect, and the fourth-generation Fabia is no exception. For instance, it’s a petrol-only range, with no hybrid choice. In this day and age, it seems odd to be coasting and braking and NOT harvesting energy otherwise lost. However, not...

How to use the Channel Tunnel when driving to France

The Eurotunnel Le Shuttle train is the quickest way to cross the English Channel. It takes 35 minutes to travel from Folkestone to Calais.

For sale: your chance to buy a royal Rolls-Royce

A Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II previously owned by Princess Margaret is up for auction. We take a look at the cars and bikes of the royal family.

Fiat Panda history: 42 years… and now ZERO Euro NCAP stars

Last year, the Fiat Panda celebrated its 40th year in Britain. As the line-up continues to evolve, here’s a brief history of the Italian city car

Watch moment e-scooter rider ploughs into car

Watch moment e-scooter rider ploughs into car -

Do you remember any of these obscure SUVs?

When was the last time you spotted an Alfa Romeo Matta on your commute?

Skoda Vision 7S Concept Shows Giant Screen Ahead Of August 30 Debut

Et tu, Skoda?

Unicorns: the rarest cars on British roads today

A look at all the cars and model derivatives that sold in very small numbers in the first place - which ones have you spotted?

Mate Rimac: the rising star of electric supercars

Mate Rimac cannot help but be distracted. Cars are flying around the corner behind me as they turn on to the hill climb at the racetrack in front of Goodwood House. The deafening roars and the rapt crowd are testament to the power and lure of the internal combustion engine. Rimac is not, on the face of it, unlike many of the young people watching this event, the Festival of Speed. Twenty years ago he had posters of the fastest machines on his...

20 of the greatest ever Ferraris

The Guardian view on the UK car industry: facing a green moment of truth

Over recent decades, Britain’s economy has become steadily more service-based. But as the opening ceremony of Birmingham’s Commonwealth Games powerfully illustrated, industry still occupies pride of place in the imagination of regions such as the West Midlands. At the Alexander stadium, Jaguars, Minis and Rovers of various vintages were showcased to the world – the past and present of a car manufacturing sector that provides well-paid, skilled...

2023 Dodge Challenger, Charger To Get Seven New Models, Heritage Paint

Dodge is also expanding the Jailbreak spec to include the SRT Hellcats.

Sleepers: The car world's biggest wolves in sheep’s clothing

These cars are seriously quick without bragging about it - let's take a look at the ultimate Q cars

Charles Leclerc will be the ‘real deal’ once he’s matured, says David Coulthard

Charles Leclerc will be the ‘real deal’ once he’s matured, says David Coulthard - The Ferrari star is 80 points behind Max Verstappen in the Drivers’ Championship after a turbulent first half of the season

Red Bull chief rules out losing Pierre Gasly to Alpine and issues hands-off warning

Alpine have more than a dozen alternative options lined up in case they cannot keep hold of preferred option Oscar Piastri for the 2023 season, given his preference to join McLaren

McLaren F1 at 30

10 best Chevrolets ever

Porsche 911 GT3 R ‘enters the track’ in 2023 for motorsport enthusiasts

Porsche 911 GT3 R ‘enters the track’ in 2023 for motorsport enthusiasts -

Dodge Teases SEMA-Bound Muscle Car Destined For The History Books

The mysterious car had a "1FAST29" plate.

The road show must go on! Motoring events are finally back

This year's British Motor Show opens next week, promising an extravaganza of motoring delights from stunt driving to performance cars.

1,000hp heroes: the story of the electric supercar

From the original Tesla Roadster to the new Rimac Nevera, we assemble the supercars that prove EVs can be exciting.

69 museums every car fan should visit

Ford Fusion Active Spied Testing Alongside China’s 2023 Edge, Maybe

It seems we're looking at two different SUVs.

Morgan Super 3 2022 review

We drive the new Morgan Super 3 – a quirky three-wheeled British sports car with an infectious sense of fun.

Van manufacturers have ‘mountain to climb’ on switch to electric

Van manufacturers have ‘mountain to climb’ on switch to electric - Just 5% of new vans sold in the UK last month were fully electric, green motoring consultancy New AutoMotive said.

Starr and the stars who drove classic Minis

The Mini has always appealed to the famous and fast-living. We reveal Ringo Starr’s recently restored Mini hatchback, then explore some wonderful archive photos.

1970 Dodge Charger Carbon Fiber Body Available Through Direct Connection

A classic Plymouth Barracuda and Road Runner will follow, all made from carbon fiber and available for purchase.

Sergio Perez denies hindering Red Bull by wanting "different things" to Max Verstappen

Red Bull's car development throughout this season has helped Verstappen to gain a huge lead in the title race – but has made it more difficult for Perez to drive to the best of his ability

Petrol prices ‘on course to dip below 160p a litre’

Petrol prices ‘on course to dip below 160p a litre’ - Wholesale costs have fallen 30p from their June peak.

Britain’s greatest barn-find haul?

Jeremy Vine admits riding straight over zebra crossing while pedestrian is trying to cross

In the footage, Vine was riding on New Cavendish Street in London yesterday and as he came to a zebra crossing, he sped straight through.

Ford Capri 2.8 Injection Special with 585 MILES sells for £71k

The car in question is a 1986 2.8 Injection Special, which cost £11,000 when new but has recently changed hands for almost seven times that original price.

F1: Aston Martin boss champions team’s future with podium spots as standard

F1: Aston Martin boss champions team’s future with podium spots as standard - Investments in people and infrastructure behind bullish tone over direction team are headed

First Electrified Dodge Debuts Today: See The Livestream

The livestream starts at 7 PM Eastern.

RAY MASSEY: New Peugeot 308 SW estate attracts admiring glances

In design terms, it's right up there with more expensive premium players such as Audi. And you've a choice of three main powertrains.

Sean Connery’s DB5 for sale this week

Vauxhall Astra review: Radical reboot transforms family hatchback

When the Vauxhall brand was bought in 2017 it was the best thing that could have happened to the UK’s oldest surviving car brand. Cynics thought it would be left to wither on the vine while PSA focused on Peugeot and Citroen. Again in 2021, many thought the worst when PSA merged with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), joining yet more brands including Fiat, Jeep and Alfa Romeo. The reality is that new ownership has led to a renaissance for...

Essential tips for driving aboard this summer

Easy-to-follow tips for driving abroad this summer, covering car insurance, safety, speed limits and which side of the road to drive on...

Notting Hill Carnival road closures, dates and timings

Notting Hill Carnival road closures, dates and timings - Much of the Notting Hill area closed off to traffic for the carnival parade over the bank holiday weekend

Electric car boom sees learner drivers go automatic to dodge congestion charges and green taxes

The number of UK learner drivers choosing automatic cars has rocketed by 123 per cent in a year - as the young look to dodge congestion charges and future green taxes.

Lego’s Porsche 911 sports car set is perfect for petrolheads– and it’s available to buy now

Lego’s Porsche 911 sports car set is perfect for petrolheads– and it’s available to buy now - The 1,458-piece build is an impressive replica of the classic 1970s model

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Interior Teased, Launch Date Announced

The cabin comes with a five-color theme that mixes warm and cool tones.

Lewis Hamilton turned down huge Top Gun: Maverick offer from Tom Cruise due to F1 calendar

Seven-time F1 world champion Sir Lewis Hamilton has sensationally revealed that film star Tom Cruise offered him a role as a fighter pilot in his blockbuster film Top Gun Maverick

Emma Raducanu: Tennis sensation swaps racquet for racing Porsche around Silverstone

Emma Raducanu: Tennis sensation swaps racquet for racing Porsche around Silverstone - The 19-year-old US Open champion from Bromley showed off her skills behind the wheels of a 190mph sports car

Christian Horner crows about "statement of intent" after poaching top Mercedes engineer

Red Bull have been aggressive in their recruitment of top engineering talent as they build their new powertrains department, and have made Lewis Hamilton's former race engineer their latest new hire

Ferrari will beat engine upgrade deadline in boost to Charles Leclerc's slim title hopes

Leclerc and Carlos Sainz desperately need a drama-free second half of the season, and more reliable power units would certainly go a long way in making that happen

Bizarre moment old Ferrari Grand Prix car is spotted driving on Czech Republic motorway

Road users in the Czech Republic were left open mouthed when they spotted a vintage Ferrari Grand Prix car haring past them on the motorway, despite it being illegal

Rod Stewart's pothole-filling campaign pays off as council promises him new road

The singer, 77, (pictured) who had a hit with the song The First Cut Is The Deepest, got to work fixing the road in Essex himself earlier this year after claiming 'no-one can be bothered to do it'.

Rodin FZero is promised to be the faster track car money can buy

Rodin Cars has vouched that its all-new model arriving next year will be able to obliterate anything else with four wheels around a circuit when it arrives next year.